University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Bio-Shields: Wave Energy Reduction And Sediment Stabilization By Mangroves In Gazi Bay, Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Mangrove forests provide natural coastal protection by attenuating wave energy and stabilizing sediments. Efficiency of coastal protection is likely to decline with increased losses and degradation of mangrove forests; but ... -
Impact of Islamic Banking on the Financial Performance of Conventional Banks Offering Islamic Banking Products in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Islamic banking is a quickly developing segment of the financial sector in Kenya everer since its inception. The effect of Islamic banking on the budgetary performance of conventional banks is of great importance to ... -
Somali Pastoralism In Transition From Traditional To Modern Methods Of Livestock Keeping: A Case Study Of Somali Pastoralists In Wajir County
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Livestock keeping is the main source of livelihood for pastoral households living in Northeastern parts of Kenya. The recent changes in livestock keeping among the Somali community in Wajir County have been occasioned by ... -
Determinants of Desired Family Size for Young Rural Parents in Nakuru County; a Case Study of Gilgil and Naivasha Districts
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Kenya’s annual population growth rate is estimated at 2.462% (World Bank, 2011). With a current population of over 41.6 million, it is anticipated that the Kenya’s population will reach 65 million by 2030 and reach 96 ... -
Determinants Of Sustainability Of Community Based Projects In Kenya: The Case Of Carolina For Kibera Projects
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Sustainability of community projects, and of the benefits they deliver, has been a major concern of the sector. The great investment by local communities and business class has not effectively tackled the challenge of ... -
The Impact Of Civil Activism On Environmental Management Performance: A Case Of Center For Justice, Governance And Environmental Action
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)There is no by and large recognized importance of what constitutes a civil society affiliation (WHO, 2001). Generally, these affiliations are seen as the association among government and the typical national or the "basic ... -
Effects Of Drug And Substance Abuse On Primary School Pupils’ Academic Performance In Kakuma Refugee Camp, Turkana County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The specific aim of this research was to examine the effects of drug and substance abuse on primary school pupils’ academic performance in Kakuma Refugee Camp, Turkana County, Kenya. The objectives of study was to determine ... -
Determinants of Disability Mainstreaming Among Public Infrastructure Project Designs in Kisumu Municipality-kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This research project was a study on Determinants of disability mainstreaming among public infrastructure project designs in Kisumu Municipality Kenya. Factors hindering accessibility are of concern all over the world. ... -
Impact of Infrastructure Development on Economic Competitiveness in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The main aim of this paper is to investigate how infrastructure development impacts on economic competitiveness of Kenya, taking into account selected lower middle income countries. This study was motivated by two main ... -
Perceived Barriers to Career Progression of Female Administrative Staff in the University of Nairobi
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The study sought to determine the perceived barriers to career progression of female administrative staff in the University of Nairobi. Descriptive survey design was adopted. The target population was the 527 female ... -
A Study Of Consumer Behavior Towards Online Shopping In Kenya: Case Of Nairobi County
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)iii ABSTRACT According to a recent UNCTAD report by Fredriksson(2015) that there is a huge potential for growth of e-commerce economies in Kenya but growth rate has been slow from 2012 to 2015 at the report states that ... -
Growth Strategies Adopted by North Kinangop Catholic Hospital, Kenya
(Growth Strategies Adopted by North Kinangop Catholic Hospital, Kenya, 2016)Growth is necessary for organizations to survive and achieve their goals and objectives. However, in order for the growth to be realized, appropriate strategies are supposed to be crafted by the top management of the ... -
Determinants Influencing the Use of Accounting Services by Investment Groups in Kajiado County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This study will establish the determinants that influence use of accounting services on investment groups in Kajiado County, Kenya. This study analyzed how managers knowledge on accounting services, competence of accountants, ... -
Development of an Industrial Ecology Model for the Athi River Special Economic Zone: Policy Implications for Green Growth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Kenya Vision 2030 currently guides the country’s development agenda. It recognizes industrialization as one of the key pillars of economic growth and wealth creation. As a result, there has been a marked increase in the ... -
Operations Performance Objectives And Customer Retention Of Motor Vehicle Dealers In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)The built up Kenya engine vehicle merchants confront extreme rivalry from imported second-hand vehicles chiefly from Japan and United Arab Emirates. These imports now represent around 70% of the market. The most recent ... -
Influence Of ISO 9001 Certification On Performance Of Seed Distribution: A Survey Of Kenya Seed Company Distributors In Central Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Most organizations in Kenya, whether private or public have adopted a form standardization to be in conformity with international or global requirements. The adoption of ISO 9001 standards is intended to assist organizations ... -
Competitive Strategies Adopted to Enhance Performance by the County Government of Kajiado, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Today, organizations operate in a globally competitive environment and thus have to continually seek innovative ways in which to differentiate themselves. Public sector organizations are no different. The reason for this ... -
Relationship Between Cost Efficiency and Financial Performance of Deposit Taking Savings and Credit Co-operative Societies Registered in Sasra in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)In Kenya's money related scene SACCOSs assume a basic part of monetary intermediation. They generally concentrate on self-awareness, little and small scale undertaking division of the economy. Investment funds and Credit ... -
Influence of Strategic Management Practices on the Performance of Christian Churches in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The essence of strategic management practices in firm performance has been recognized widely both in and outside academics. Christian churches in Nairobi operate within a dynamic environment where they are faced with ... -
Impact Of Taxation On Economic Growth In Kenya (1975-2014)
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This study analyzed the impact of taxation as a whole as well as the impact of indirect and direct taxes on economic growth using a simple endogenous growth model. The study used time series data for the period (1975-2014) ...
